Kate K
Instruments: Voice
Styles: Classical, Jazz, Pop, Folk, Country, Musical Theater
Kate K
Instruments: Voice
Styles:
Classical, Jazz, Pop, Folk, Country, Musical Theater
Where I Teach:
Ages Taught: 6-61
I'm a passionate and motivated instructor who loves to share her knowledge and love of music. In the fall of 2019, I graduate from Bridgewater State University with Bachelor of Arts degree in Music with a focus in Vocal Performance. Performing has been one of the great experiences of my life as a vocalist. I've had the opportunity to sing in other countries like Costa Rica, as well as this country, one of the places being Carnegie Hall in New York City. It is my hope that I will be able to open doors for students to join groups by giving them the tools that they need to be able to sing at such a level.
My teaching experience is fairly new but as a senior I helped many of the incoming freshman with their technique and how to approve upon it. Encouraging regular practice on a consistent schedule i one of the key points I like t emphasize for all students, as it helps the student to progress and gain a higher understanding and confidence in their voice. I've also found that a combination or mixture of different genres and styles of vocal music can help motivate them to practice and continue to learn. I know it helped me when I was studying voice. Along with voice I find it important that a student understands and grasps the concepts of general music theory and the history of the pieces and composers of which they will be studying in hopes that such information will create an even deeper understanding and love for music. My students will be encouraged to enter competitions and recitals, as well as finding music that they would like to perform, so that they can feel good about their voice and stay motivated to learn. I'm excited to be teaching and helping cultivate a student's passion for music!
For beginning students who are children, I typically start with a variety of beginner voice books based of the students interest. Once the student has progressed to have a grasp of the fundamentals, I will begin to introduce solo repertoire appropriate for their first recital performance. For adults, I try to find out what the student is interested in, and guide my instruction accordingly to keep the lessons engaging and fun, no matter their ability level. Each student is different and so I plan on tailoring my lessons to the students' needs.
Nothing is more rewarding than seeing one of my students develop a passion for music! Therefore, it's important that each student progresses at his or her own pace. I encourage this by setting realistic goals for my students at each lesson. Acknowledging accomplishments helps fuel a students desire to progress, and makes students eager to learn more. By trying to find out what inspires the student, I can successfully tailor my instruction to their wants and needs. It is important that the student knows that a life in music as long as you practice and work hard can be a very rewarding experience. And that is what I try to strive for and help them understand as they grow in their voices and in music.
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